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$382+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to California

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FRA — LAX
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Frankfurt to California flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$563
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$382
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$750

Good round-trip deal

$567 or less

Good one-way deal

$712 or less
From Frankfurt am Main to California
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to California.
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/38:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
sáb. 12/64:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$563
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/2811:40 amFRA - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
jue. 10/305:30 pmSFO - FRA
Nonstop11h 10mCondor
Deal found 10/26$564
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/910:15 amFRA - SJC
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/2411:06 amSJC - FRA
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$566
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/128:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
vie. 1/164:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$566
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1110:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/186:30 amSFO - FRA
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$567
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/228:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
sáb. 12/64:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop18h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$568
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/67:20 amFRA - SJC
2 stops22h 29mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/196:00 amSJC - FRA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$572
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/1610:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/305:30 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$573
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2510:50 amFRA - SFO
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/2010:35 amSFO - FRA
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2510:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop21h 48mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/22:43 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$577
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/310:15 amFRA - SJC
1 stop19h 33mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/166:00 amSJC - FRA
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$578
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2610:50 amFRA - SFO
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/12:06 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops19h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$578

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 11/12

10:15 am-3:04 pm

1 stop37h 49m

San Francisco

vie. 1/30

6:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$579

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 2/25

10:15 am-11:22 pm

1 stop22h 07m

San Francisco

dom. 3/8

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 3/19

10:15 am-8:48 pm

1 stop18h 33m

San Francisco

mar. 4/7

4:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 3/23

11:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

mar. 4/7

4:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$582

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

sáb. 3/21

8:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

mar. 4/7

11:34 am-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 26m

$582

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 4/1

10:45 am-11:20 pm

2 stops21h 35m

San Francisco

mié. 4/15

4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$587

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 11/13

10:15 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

San Francisco

jue. 11/27

11:59 pm-8:50 am

1 stop23h 51m

$591

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 12/1

10:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

mié. 12/10

7:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

$600

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

vie. 11/28

10:50 am-10:16 am

2 stops32h 26m

San Jose

mar. 12/9

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$605

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 12/10

10:15 am-8:36 pm

1 stop19h 21m

San Jose

mié. 12/17

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$622

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California (average of $500). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $607). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FRA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated octubre 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

    A quick flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California can take about 15h 30m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $634. Frankfurt am Main Airport and California are separated by a distance of 5788 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $393. However, be on the lookout for offers from Finnair and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California are Condor (77%), Alaska Airlines (77%) and Austrian Airlines (65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California? While on average our users pay $1,618, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $368. The most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles), is priced around $435.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California (average of $500). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $607). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Frankfurt to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated octubre 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$361Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$439Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$506Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$532Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$547Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$563Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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